Senior Project Manager

We're Hiring: Senior Project Manager

Odyssea's mission is to ensure that people have equal opportunities by harnessing the power of knowledge for employment and personal development. Our vision is to build a world where all young people thrive by realising their full potential.

At Odyssea, we place people at the heart of the programs and services we develop, with the aim to meet their needs and helping them gain the skills and confidence to become productive members of society. If you really want to make an impact on people's lives, this is a great position for you

Location: Thessaloniki, Greece (Hybrid)

Job Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 10/01/2026

About the Role

Odyssea is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the implementation, planning, and monitoring of project activities. The role requires excellent management, organisational, communication, and multitasking skills.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Coordination

• Develop, implement, and maintain project plans and Gantt charts, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and organisational goals, while managing timelines to guarantee the timely delivery of all project components.
• Work closely with the Branch Manager as well as other stakeholders/partners to ensure the successful implementation of all project activities.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Track progress of each project by developing and monitoring KPIs, collecting data, and preparing regular updates, reports, and evaluations for internal use and donor compliance
• Monitor financial reporting, track expenditures, and ensure compliance with donor requirements, providing regular budget updates and financial reports to stakeholders.
• Update project documentation, including reports, action plans, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Strong presentation abilities, including proficiency with Canva for visual storytelling, solid data-analytical thinking, and advanced Excel skills.

Team Leadership and Supervision

• Conduct regular team meetings with the implementation team to review progress, address challenges, and discuss improvements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, local partners, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

Stakeholder Communication and Reporting

• Build and maintain effective relationships with community partners, donors, and other stakeholders to support project success.

Risk & Issue Management

• Proactively identify risks and issues across projects, and develop mitigation strategies to keep deliverables on track.

Periodic Responsibilities:

• Conduct ad-hoc data analyses and provide insights to support project planning and decision-making

• Periodically assess the allocation and usage of project resources to ensure adherence to approved budgets.

• Foster and maintain relationships with local partners and stakeholders to sustain community engagement and expand project impact.

• Represent the organisation at relevant events and provide operational support for Odyssea initiatives as needed.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Education, Social Sciences, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.

Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience in project management/program management
• Experience in managing employability/educational programs, especially those tailored to marginalized populations.
• Experience managing projects that required a strong understanding of the labour market, employability skills, and vocational education and training (VET).

Skills:

• Strong understanding of project cycle management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, with strong decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation techniques.
• Strong understanding of gender sensitivity, inclusion, and diversity principles.
• Fluency in English and Greek; additional languages spoken by migrant communities are a plus.
• Presentation skills - both in creation and delivery

Additional Information:

• The position requires a proactive, hands-on approach to ensure the successful and impactful delivery of the project.

Recruitment Process

1st Interview: Branch Manager HR Generalist

2nd Interview: COO & CEO

What we offer to make your work-life awesome :

3 extra holiday days along with your annual PTO (your paid time off as stipulated by Greek law)

3 personal learning days per annum with a 100€ company contribution

2 volunteer days off per year to be used at another organisation

Hybrid work model: One remote day per week

Private health insurance